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Burke Lake Golf Center

6915 Ox Road Fairfax Station, Va. 22039 703-323-1641 http://bit.ly/burkelakegc

• 18-hole, par-3 course, 2,843 yards. • Putting green and chipping area. • Burke Lake Golf Academy group and private lessons: 703-324-9719. • Short game holes from 90-200 yards. • Clubhouse offers food service, clubs and golf supplies. • Pull carts and clubs are available for rent. • Two-level driving range with 64 hitting stations; 24 are heated and covered.

Greendale Golf Course

6700 Telegraph Road Alexandria, Va. 22310 703-971-3788 http://bit.ly/greendalegc

• 18-hole regulation, par-70 course, 6,237 yards. • Bermuda grass fairways and several water hazards. • Practice putting green. • Clubhouse offers food service and golf supplies. • Power carts, golf clubs and pull carts are available for rent. • Private golf lessons and outing packages are available.

Jefferson District Golf Course

7900 Lee Highway Falls Church, Va. 22042 703-573-0444 http://bit.ly/jeffersongc

• 9-hole, par-35 executive course, 2,415 yards. • Practice putting green and chipping area. • Great walking course for all ages. • Clubhouse offers food service and golf supplies. • Pull carts and power carts are available for rent. • Additional features: 18-hole miniature golf course, lighted basketball and tennis courts.

Oak Marr Golf Center

3136 Jermantown Road Oakton, Va. 22124 703-255-5390 http://bit.ly/oakmarrgc

• 9-hole, par-3 course, 1,456-yards. • Large practice area for chipping, putting and sand shots. • Lighted, 78-station driving range with target greens, sand bunker and grass tees. • Covered and heated driving range stations allow for practice in all weather conditions. • Everybody Golf School offers private and group lessons: 703-255-5396. • Additional instruction for ages 7-18 through The First Tee: 202-479-2588.

Pinecrest Golf Course

6600 Little River Turnpike Alexandria, Va. 22312 703-941-1061 http://bit.ly/pinecrestgc

• 9-hole, par-35 executive course, 2,462 yards. • Putting green and 10-outdoor practice nets. • Indoor practice bays and TrackMan 4 golf simulator. • Clubhouse offers food service and golf supplies. • Pinecrest Golf Academy offers private and group lessons: 703-941-1061. • Golf clubs, pull carts and power carts are available for rent. • AFGL-certified, 18-hole, par-60 Foot-

Golf course. To reserve a FootGolf tee time, call the course.

Pleasant Valley Golf Club

4715 Pleasant Valley Road Chantilly, Va. 20151 703-222-7900 http://pleasantvalleygc.com

• Upscale, 18-hole, daily fee course and driving range. • Owned by Fairfax County Park

Authority. • Independently operated by a private golf management company. • For fees, tee time procedures and operating hours, call 703-222-7900.

Laurel Hill Golf Club

8701 Laurel Crest Drive Lorton, Va. 22079 703-493-8849 http://bit.ly/laurelhillgc

• 18-hole, par-71 championship course, 7,102-yards. • 30-station driving range. • Putting green, chipping area and practice bunkers. • Power carts, golf clubs and pullcarts are available for rent. • Clubhouse offers food service, event catering and golf supplies. • Eisman Golf Academy offers private and group lessons: 703-919-3056. • Lessons for ages 7-18 through • The First Tee: 202-479-2588.

Twin Lakes Golf Course

6201 Union Mill Road Clifton, Va. 20124 703-631-9099 http://bit.ly/twin-lakes-gc

Two courses; two golf experiences; one location. • The Oaks Course, 18-hole, par-71, 6,715 yards. • The Lakes Course, 18-hole, par-72, 6,695 yards. • Putting green, chipping area and driving range. • Clubhouse offers food service, special event catering, clubs and golf accessories. • Eisman Golf Academy offers private and group lessons: 703-919-3056.

Golfers, please note:

Cart rental and greens fees vary by site. Call the course of your choice for information. Metal golf spikes are prohibited at all Fairfax County Park Authority golf courses. Senior and Junior rate availability varies by course.

Junior Golf Fairfax

Golf Fairfax is committed to encouraging juniors to learn, practice, play and enjoy the game. Golf is an excellent family sport that promotes good manners, builds friendships and can be enjoyed for a lifetime. Juniors ages 5-17 receive discounted greens fees and range balls at all courses. Classes, camps and lessons are also available for ages 5 and older. To learn more, call the course of your choice.

USGA handicap service offered

Handicap services are provided at Greendale, Jefferson, Pinecrest, Twin Lakes and Laurel Hill golf courses. The hands-on system allows you to enter your own scores and get an updated handicap, which you receive twice monthly. The Handicap Index is computed under the USGA Handicap System. By enrolling, you are eligible to participate in Virginia State Golf Association events. Handicap services are available year-round. Contact any Park Authority golf course for more information.

Golf Classes Get Golf Ready Parent/Child I

(7-17 yrs.) This course covers grip, posture, ball position, alignment, chipping, putting and fullswing fundamentals. Course orientation, etiquette, rules and basic understanding of equipment are also covered. Classes at Pinecrest are held indoors during inclement weather. Parent participates in class with registered child.

4GG 5--55 minute lessons--$193 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC Sa 12pm A60.92PJ 9/10 4GG Burke LakeGC Sa 12pm A60.VA4J 10/15 4GG Pinecrest GC Sa 1pm A60.SHLM 9/10 4GG Pinecrest GC Th 12pm A60.SNPL 9/15 4GG Pinecrest GC Sa 1pm A60.1Q2Z 10/22 4GG

Get Golf Ready Parent/Child II

(7-17 yrs.) Prerequisite: Get Golf Ready Parent/Child I. Class is for those who want to further their golf skills through more advanced instruction while still emphasizing the basics. Range balls are included in the class fee, and loaner clubs are available.

4GG 5--55 minute lessons--$193 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC Sa 4pm BB7.C3DP 9/10 4GG Burke LakeGC Sa 4pm BB7.QUVW 10/15 4GG

Starting New at Golf (SNAG)

(5-7 yrs.) Course covers basic golf elements in a modified form for kids. Children have fun using larger and more colorful clubs to increase confidence and coordination. All equipment is provided. Athletic shoes are recommended. Classes at Pinecrest are held indoors.

4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC Su 12pm C5A.MGBQ 9/11 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 12pm C5A.GLY6 10/16 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 1pm C5A.SARM 9/11 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 1pm C5A.O5RU 10/23 4GB (5-7 yrs.) Prerequisite: SNAG I. Students review and expand upon fundamentals learned in SNAG I using additional training aids to reinforce proper technique. All equipment is provided and athletic shoes are recommended.

4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC Su 1pm D71.KXUN 9/11 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 1pm D71.T7DQ 10/16 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 1pm D71.XXNZ 9/10 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 2pm D71.2ZM6 9/11 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 2pm D71.90GL 10/22 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 2pm D71.FUPJ 10/23 4GB

SNAG III

(5-7 yrs.) Prerequisite: SNAG II. Students apply skills learned in SNAG II while playing simulated golf holes. Lessons focus on proper club selection, swing dynamics, scoring and course etiquette. All equipment is provided and athletic shoes are recommended.

4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC Su 2pm 19C.XL24 9/11 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 2pm 19C.747T 10/16 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 2pm 19C.VQ63 9/10 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 1pm 19C.W0A7 10/22 4GB

SNAG IV

(5-7 yrs.) Prerequisite: SNAG III. This is taught with real clubs and balls and is designed for SNAG III graduates who do not meet the minimum age requirements for our Junior Get Golf Ready classes but are ready for advancement. Topics include grip, stance, target and balance. Last class goes out on course for two holes. Range balls included in class fee and loaner clubs are available.

4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC Su 3pm 0EC.EWXN 9/11 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 3pm 0EC.PRH6 10/16 4GB

Junior Get Golf Ready I

(7-12 yrs.) This PGA-developed class introduces students to golf in a fun and friendly environment. Class focuses on fundamentals and step-by-step drills. Topics include grip, stance, target and balance. Range balls are included in the class fee and loaner clubs are available.

4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 4GC 4--55 minute lessons--$128 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC Sa 5pm 8C0.RB47 9/10 4GC Burke LakeGC Su 5pm 8C0.DT57 9/11 4GC Burke LakeGC Su 4pm 8C0.W9DU 10/16 4GC Pinecrest GC Sa 12pm 8C0.KW44 9/10 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 12pm 8C0.L93X 10/22 4GB

Junior Get Golf Ready II

(7-12 yrs.) Group lessons covering additional rules, course etiquette, club grip, putting, stance and golf swing. Range balls are included in the class fee and loaner clubs are available.

4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC Sa 3pm 265.LWY8 9/10 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 4pm 265.27Z5 9/11 4GB Burke LakeGC Sa 3pm 265.VDGL 10/15 4GB

Get Golf Ready I

(13-Adult) This PGA-developed class introduces game fundamentals to new golfers. Grip, stance, set up and ball position are taught for putting, chipping and iron play along with hitting tee shots with hybrids and woods. A basic knowledge of golf equipment is included. Range balls are included in the class fee, and loaner clubs are available. Final class is held on the golf course.

4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $ Co-ed

Burke LakeGC Sa 10am AEE.R3A7 9/10 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 9am AEE.YTHB 9/11 4GB Burke LakeGC W 10am AEE.4L7Y 9/14 4GB Burke LakeGC Sa 10am AEE.8DHH 10/15 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 9am AEE.HXN2 10/16 4GB Burke LakeGC W 10am AEE.LSJ7 10/19 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 11am AEE.GW6K 9/10 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 10am AEE.SIDZ 9/11 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 9am AEE.44PQ 10/22 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 10am AEE.7OCM 10/23 4GB

Ladies only

Burke LakeGC Sa 1pm 219.JUHF 9/10 4GB Burke LakeGC Sa 1pm 219.J9S6 10/15 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 10am 219.N6BT 9/10 4GB

REGISTER ONLINE

www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes

Get Golf Ready II

(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Get Golf Ready I. This course covers advanced topics for beginning golfers. Aim and alignment are introduced to putting, chipping and iron shots, and hybrids and woods are hit without a tee. Range balls are included in the class fee, and loaner clubs are available. The final class is held on the golf course.

4GB 5--55 minute lessons--$152 Location Day Time Code Begin $ Co-ed

Burke LakeGC Sa 11am F2A.HMYM 9/10 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 10am F2A.ESYM 9/11 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 11am F2A.HHXH 9/11 4GB Burke LakeGC W 11am F2A.LU7H 9/14 4GB Burke LakeGC Sa 11am F2A.JBNS 10/15 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 10am F2A.GCXH 10/16 4GB Burke LakeGC Su 11am F2A.JLT7 10/16 4GB Burke LakeGC W 11am F2A.2SKW 10/19 4GB Pinecrest GC Sa 11am F2A.PJ98 10/22 4GB Pinecrest GC Su 11:30am F2A.O65C 10/23 4GB

Ladies only

Burke LakeGC Sa 2pm 46F.M884 9/10 4GB Burke LakeGC Sa 2pm 46F.YARP 10/15 4GB

Golf-Long Game Lessons

(7-17 yrs.) Both the parent and the child participate. Course focuses on the clubs used in the long game such as irons, hybrids, fairway woods and drivers. Range balls are included in the class fee and loaner clubs are available.

4GF 4--55 minute lessons--$155 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC M 7pm F86.D97Z 9/12 4GF Burke LakeGC M 7pm F86.G2WR 10/17 4GF

Golf Long Game Lessons

Course focuses on the clubs used in the long game such as irons, hybrids, fairway woods and drivers. Range balls are included in the class fee and loaner clubs are available.

4GC 4--55 minute lessons--$128 Location Day Time Code Begin $ (7-12 yrs.) Co-ed

Burke LakeGC M 6pm 32C.8QCX 9/12 4GC Burke LakeGC M 6pm 32C.47W9 10/17 4GC

(7-12 yrs.) Girls only

Burke LakeGC W 6pm 0QM.RU22 9/14 4GC Burke LakeGC W 6pm 0QM.F8YG 10/19 4GC

(13-Adult) Co-ed

Burke LakeGC T 7pm 49C.TPGR 9/13 4GC Burke LakeGC T 7pm 49C.HPZC 10/18 4GC

(13-Adult) Ladies only

Burke LakeGC W 7pm AB2.J7NP 9/14 4GC Burke LakeGC W 7pm AB2.SMYD 10/19 4GC

Golf-Recovery/Trouble Shots

(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Beginner Golf Ready or equivalent. Lessons focus on proper setup, club selection and recovering from trouble situations in addition to course management. Burke Lake uses uneven ramps on its heated, covered driving range to simulate course conditions.

4GC 4--55 minute lessons--$128 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC Sa 9am A6E.6ZP7 9/10 4GC Burke LakeGC Sa 9am A6E.HETX 10/15 4GC

Golf-Wedge & Short Irons

(13-Adult) Course focuses on improving shots that will lower your score such as pitch shots, flop shots, 60 yards and in, as well as the distances for each shot type. Range balls are included in the class fee and loaner clubs are available.

4GC 4--55 minute lessons--$128 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC T 6pm D23.J7DH 9/13 4GC Burke LakeGC T 6pm D23.5EK5 10/18 4GC

Other Golf Programs Fall Saturday Social at Burke Lake Golf

(21 yrs.+) Celebrate under the stars at the double-decker driving range at Burke Lake Golf Center. Enjoy unlimited range balls, themed food buffet, soft drinks, music, games, prizes and drawings as well as one drink ticket good for beer, wine, water or soda. October 1-Burketoberfest

3GN 1--3 hour event--$30 Location Day Time Code Begin $

Burke LakeGC Sa 7pm 2A6.M1S0 10/1 3GN

Tournaments Junior Club Championship

Saturday, July 30

(17 yrs. and under) 8 a.m. 2 p.m., Oak Marr Golf Center. Participants compete in a 9-hole stroke play tournament for both age divisions: 12 and under, 13 - 17. Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and closest to the pin in each division. Low overall score will be the Junior Club Champion. Rain date August 6. Cost: $30/player. Fee due at the time of registration. Tee times will be assigned the week of the event. To register, call 703-255-5390.

Club Championship – Women’s, Men’s Senior & Men’s Super Senior Divisions

Tuesday, August 9

(Women - 18 yrs.+, Men 55 yrs.+) 9 a.m., Greendale Golf Course, 703-971-6170. Players compete in a one day 18-hole individual stroke play tournament (shotgun start). Divisions are determined by signup, minimum of eight players required per division. Prizes awarded for first place low gross and net in each division. A current Greendale handicap is required. Registration begins 30 days prior to event; registration closes on Tuesday, August 4. Cost is $62 per person. Cost includes practice round with power cart, tournament day greens fee, power cart, breakfast, lunch, and prizes. Fee due at time of registration. Rain date August 16.

Junior Club Championship

Friday, August 12

(7-17 yrs.) 8 a.m., Burke Lake Golf Center, 703-3231641. Junior golfers compete in the season-ending tournament. An 18-hole individual stroke tournament for all age divisions: 10 and under, 11 – 13, 14 – 17. Closest to the pin contests. Prizes for First, Second and Third place in all three divisions. Special prize for overall low gross champion. Registration begins 30 days prior to event. Rain date August 19. Cost: $30/ includes lunch. Fee due at time of registration.

Club Championship – Men’s Division

Saturday, August 13

(Men-18 yrs.+) 8 a.m., Greendale Golf Course, 703-971-6170. Players compete in a one-day 18-hole individual stroke play tournament. Prizes awarded to first place low gross and net. A current Greendale handicap is required. Registration begins 30 days prior to event; advanced registration required by Sunday, August seventh. Cost is $79 per person. Cost includes weekday practice round with power cart, tournament day greens fee, power cart, breakfast, lunch, and prizes. Fee due at time of registration. Rain date August 20.

Club Championship

Saturday, September 10

(12 yrs. and up) 8 a.m. 2 p.m., Oak Marr Golf Center. Participants compete in an 18-hole stroke play tournament. Prizes will be awarded for first, second, third, and closest to the pin. Rain date September 17. Cost: $45/player. Fee due at the time of registration. Tee times will be assigned the week of the event. To register, call 703-255-5390.

Club Championship

Saturday, August 20

(18 yrs. +) 8 a.m., Jefferson Golf Course, 703-573-0444. Participants compete in an 18-hole stroke play tournament. Players are placed into flights based on their first 9-hole score. $50 per player. Rain date August 27.

Club Championship

Saturday, September 17

(7 yrs. +) 8 a.m., Burke Lake Golf Center, 703-323-1641. Players compete in an 18-hole individual stroke tournament. Prizes for first, second and third place, in all divisions. Three Divisions; Men, Women, Senior. Closest to the pin contests. Registration begins 30 days prior to event. Rain date: September 24. Cost: $50, includes lunch. Fee due at time of registration.

Four Club Classic

Saturday, October 1

(18 yrs. +) 10 a.m., Jefferson Golf Course, 703-573-0444. Participants compete in a 9-hole stroke play tournament where players are only allowed a maximum of four clubs in their bag. $35 per player. Rain date is October 8.

Shot in the Dark Nite Tournaments

Friday, October 7 and October 14

(12 yrs. +) 7:30 p.m., Burke Lake Golf Center, 703-323-1641. Teams of two play a 9-hole scramble using glow-in-the-dark balls. Dinner served beginning at 6 p.m. Fee includes One glow ball and flashlight. Additional glow balls are $5 each. Closest to the pin contests. Registration begins 30 days prior to the event. Limited to first 18 teams. Prizes for first, second and third place teams. Rain date October 8 and 15. Cost: $85/team. Fee due at registration.

Sunday, October 23

(7 yrs. +) 8 a.m., Burke Lake Golf Center, 703-323-1641. Teams of two compete in an 18-hole scramble format. Each golfer is allowed to choose ONLY three clubs for the scramble. Closest to the pin contests. Prizes for first, second and third place teams. Limited to first 48 teams. No rain dates. Cost: $85/team. Fee due at time of registration, includes lunch. Registration begins 30 days prior to event.

Turkey Cup

Thursday, November 17

(18 yrs.+) 9:30 a.m., Greendale Golf Course, 703971-6170. Join us for our 10th Annual Turkey Cup, winners bring home Thanksgiving dinner and dessert! Tournament format is a two-player captain’s choice. Prizes awarded for first and second place per division, as well as Closest to the Pin. Registration closes Thursday, November 10. Cost is $110 per team; cost includes lunch, greens fee, power cart and prizes. Fee due at time of registration.

Turkey Tourney Scramble

Thursday, November 24

(7 yrs. +) 10 a.m., Burke Lake Golf Center, 703-323-1641. Teams of 2 players compete in an 18hole scramble format. Closest to the pin contests. Prizes for first, second and third place teams in two age divisions: Adult/Jr. 7-12; Adult/Jr. 13-17. Registration begins 30 days prior to event. Limited to first 48 teams. No Rain dates. Cost: $90/team. Fee due at time of registration, includes lunch.

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